Thursday, September 11, 2008
Homemade Card
As you know I have Autumn on my mind, so I have a colored leaves card project to share today.
You will need a 5" x 7" notecard.
Cut a slightly smaller rectangle of scrapbook paper and tear all the edges. Glue to front of card.
Make a mini envelope from cardstock or scrapbook paper.
I found these die cut fall leaves at Michaels, but you could use stickers instead.
Or even floral leaves.
Arrange leaves in and on the front of the envelope and glue in place.
Glue the envelope to front of card.
Print or write a saying of your choice on paper. Cut out and dab the edges with ink pad.
Glue to front of card, along with addition leaves, pumpkins, etc.
Send to a friend!
Beautiful card. I love the fall!
ReplyDeleteThis is so creative and the autumn colours are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your creativity!
ReplyDelete~Kalianne
That is so cute and I love how it's seasonal!
ReplyDeleteManuela
Hi, Kelli.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are beautiful! I make my own cards as well from dried flowers that I dry myself.
I also make cards by pounding flowers unto the paper. Have you ever made a card in this way?
It is really easy. Take a flower(thin ones like pansies work really well) and lay it face down on the card. (for flower pounding you must use watercolor paper as the cardstock). Lay the card on a piece of cardboard and then the cardboard on a cutting board. Lay the flower face down somewhere on the card. Lay a piece of paper tower over the flower and pound gently with a hammer until you see an imprint on the paper towel. You will have to practice first until you can figure out how hard to hammer. Let the cards dry. If any petals remain, brush them off. Any faint areas can be colored in with pencil crayons.
Love that beautiful card, Kelly! Fall is such a pretty time of year :)
ReplyDeletePretty card indeed!
ReplyDeleteSo which friend or family member will be the honored one to recieve this blessing? :-)
Do you send your cards out often to family? If so I bet they cherish them. I know I would. Sure beats a Hallmark card any day!
Thursday blessings,
Dawn
What a pretty Fall card, for my favorite time of year :)
ReplyDeleteJudy
Ptetty Card.
ReplyDeleteJust surfin' the blogs and stopped in for a visit. I wanted to say Hi and nice Blog.
Carolyn
As always....I love it! Thank you for sharing this with us Kelli! Have a wonderful day! xoxo
ReplyDeleteI found your site through Kalianne @bygonebeauty...I love your "Homemade Card", it is so pretty.
ReplyDeletedenise
I love it...it's so beautiful!
ReplyDeletelove, Tina :)
What a beautiful card that would be to receive in the mail. Autumn is such a wonderful season - the warm colors and the cool weather.
ReplyDeleteThe biscuits look yummy. I will have to give them a try.
Stunning.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Now only if our real leaves would change colors! I am very ready for Autumn!
ReplyDeleteGina
Dear Kelli,
ReplyDeleteSeems I'm always "playing catchup" but I've just spent such an enjoyable time reading through your posts getting ready for fall. I love your new look here and the crafts, recipes and home decor all just show your welcoming heart.
Such fun each time I stop by.
xoxo
Cute card it was such a good idea thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteRecently I bought tons of supplies to make cards ,I want to get into it!
Diane
this is a beautiful card! i just found your blog and it is very delightful. i look forward to seeing more in the future!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card kelli. I love the colors and tones of fall. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLindsay
Pretty as usual! I am so ready for fall..
ReplyDeleteI just popped in to see your beautiful blog and I think it's very well done! I love all your photos, the crafts, decorating and recipes! I'll be back for another visit again soon!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day!
Elinor
So pretty, Kelli! Love you, Q
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by. Your card is adorable! Thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeletelove that card, and the how too instructions........
ReplyDeleteGill from Southern Ontario, outside of the big T.O.!!
Your cards are just darling!!!
ReplyDeleteM ^..^
SOOOOO creative--I love it!!julie
ReplyDeleteSo pretty and sweet. One day, I am going to have time to do some of these great cards.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Hi Kelli, you are so talented in many areas..your fall card is a treat and makes me think of pumpkin pies....I am going to have to try making your yeast rolls from the post below.. My husband's mom could make them and he would be surprised if I made them for him...wish me luck... hugs, Baba
ReplyDeleteVery sweet card, sure to put a smile on someone's face. You are really getting me into the mood for autumn lately when I read your blog ;)
ReplyDeleteYou're so cute! make a mini envelope...:) you always make things look and sound so easy Kelli, thank you for the beauty in you and the cards are always amazing!
ReplyDeleteVery cute card. I just love it.
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative.
Thanks again for sharing.
Piles of smiles to you.
Sherry
Kelli, This is beautiful. I love the torn paper you used. What lovely texture it adds. You're getting me excited about Autumn!
ReplyDeleteNancy